Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Altoona travel guide

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You're Going to Love Altoona

With a population of 14 541, Altoona is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States.

Where to Eat in Altoona

If you’re looking for affordable options, Johnny's Italian Steakhouse - Altoona (550 Bass Pro Drive NW) and AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino (One Prairie Meadows Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Altoona

Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Altoona in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 108
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Altoona

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 20 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Altoona, including FlixBus, Bus and Tornado Bus. From Minneapolis, the bus ride to Altoona takes 483 km and will cost you around S$ 138. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about S$ 294 for a journey of 3581 km.

Plane

When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 20 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Altoona, including FlixBus, Bus and Tornado Bus. From Minneapolis, the bus ride to Altoona takes 483 km and will cost you around S$ 138. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about S$ 294 for a journey of 3581 km.

Airports near Altoona

ALOWaterloo
DSMDes Moines
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Altoona

Lufthansa
Good (7,040 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,830 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,693 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,230 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,952 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,075 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,285 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (855 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,063 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,766 reviews)
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Where to stay in Altoona

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Altoona and Quality Inn and Suites Altoona - Des Moines.

Where to stay in popular areas of Altoona

Most booked hotels in Altoona

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 162+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 84+
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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
S$ 117+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
2 stars
Mediocre (3.8, Mediocre reviews)
S$ 70+
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Hiring a car in Altoona

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.18 and S$ 18.90.

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.18 and S$ 18.90.

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